Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Catterick Garrison. Classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, part-time during the day over 22 weeks. This entry level ESOL skills for life: speaking and listening qualification helps you develop your spoken English and your ability to understand others in everyday situations and at work. You'll build your knowledge of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The course will develop your speaking and listening skills in English to help you in everyday life and work.
You will also gain knowledge and understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You will become more confident communicating in
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken English in daily life and work.
You'll learn English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
You'll communicate more effectively in common situations such as shopping, appointments, and the workplace.
You'll understand and respond to simple spoken instructions and questions.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, with speaking and listening activities practised in group and one-to-one settings. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks. Your tutor will assess you as you take part in conversations and activities during the course. There are no written exams for this Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicating with customers face to face or by phone
Care assistant: talking with clients, families, and colleagues daily
Cleaner or caretaker: following spoken instructions in a workplace
Retail assistant: serving customers and understanding requests
Kitchen or catering assistant: working as part of a team using spoken English
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, building on the skills you've gained at Entry Level 1.
Entry Level 1 or 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): broadens your English skills to include reading and writing alongside speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 1 or 2: covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening together as you progress toward everyday English use.
